Definition

A person who writes in shorthand, often to take notes or transcribe spoken words quickly.

Example

The stenographer quickly typed the proceedings of the meeting.

Conversation

Have you ever thought about becoming a stenographer?

Not really, but it sounds interesting!

I heard they make good money and work in different fields.

That’s true! It’s a unique skill to have.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Stenographer → It is formed from "steno-" (from Greek "stenos", meaning narrow) and "grapho" (from Greek "grapho", meaning to write). A stenographer is someone who writes in a narrow or abbreviated form, typically using shorthand.

Memory Tip

Think of 'narrow' ('steno-') writing ('grapho') — that's why a stenographer specializes in writing quickly and concisely.

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